Why orange-red lipstick trumped classic red at last night's SAG Awards - and the best shades for every budget

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There was one particular lip colour that stole the show at this year's Screen Actors Guild Awards and it wasn't the classic red. From Chrissy Teigen to Michelle Dockery and Sophie Turner, an array of celebrities opted for punchy orange-red lipstick. While the majority opted for longer-lasting matte formulas, there was plenty of variety in terms of the shade and boldness.

Make-up artist Rachel Goodwin, who counts January Jones and Emma Stone as regulars, opted for a semi-matte orange-red hue for Michelle Dockery and a softer coral shade for Brie Larson to work with their dresses. While make-up artist Mary Phillips, who created Chrissy Teigen's bold lip for the awards ceremony, took to Instagram to stress the importance of great skin when you're wearing such a strong lip. Phillips employed La Mer skin products with the luxury beauty brand's latest foundation to ensure Teigen had a healthy glow.

When I asked Bobbi Brown's pro make-up artist Hannah Martin why she thought celebrities had stepped away from the classic red shade we so often associate with awards season, she said: "If you want to wear red but in a way that is modern and youthful then chose one that punches with a little orange." It's a surprisingly versatile hue and suits all skin tones from dark to porcelain. "Just ensure there is no high colour or redness around the nose and mouth before applying and chose a more peachy based blush so your lips and cheeks complement each other," adds Martin. With this in mind, here are the lipsticks to create the look...

The best orange-red lipsticks

The best long-lasting orange-red lipstick

Make-up artist Rachel Goodwin used this shade on Michelle Dockery for this year's SAG Awards. "Michelle wanted to make a statement with colour, so I focused on the incredible Ellie Saab dress she was wearing for inspiration - it is so colouful and electric," explained Goodwin. "I wanted her make-up to feel sophisticated and elegant with an emphasis on her natural features, she has great brows and cheekbones so the only pop of colour is on the lips."

The best orange-red liquid lipstick

Liquid lipsticks have been having a moment and Stila's formula offers all of the staying power and pigment that you want with just a hint of shimmer. Despite the hint of gloss there's no sticky finish. It's the perfect option for those who don't want a matte finish, but still want their colour to last.

The best orange-red lipstick for all skin tones

Where lipstick meets heavily pigmented lip balm, you'll find Bobbi Brown's Art Liners. This particular shade works exceptionally well with all skin tones and can be layered for a bold finish or blotted down for a softer one.

The best matte orange-red lipstick

It's safe to say that Charlotte Tilbury makes some of the best matte lipsticks on the market today and this shade is perfect for those who want to make a bright statement. The long-lasting colour ensures that you won't have to keep running off to the bathroom to top up either.

The best orange-red lip balm

Those who want to take a milder approach to the look should try Burberry's tinted lip balm. It gives just enough of a hint of colour without being overpowering. Plus, the formula is packed full of nourishing ingredients making it perfect for the colder months.